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A book nerd's guide to decorating your home

by Sarah Oakes - 19/02/16, 12:15 AM

For those of us who care deeply about books, the ultimate reading chair, shelf and statement mug telling people to "back off, I'm mid-chapter" are all deadly serious decorating choices.

Here are some suggestions to help all you fellow book nerds navigate your next home or room redesign.

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The ultimate reading chair; West Elm, $1899

This soft, all-leather, cognac-coloured recliner features a pop-up foot rest and promises to age like a well-read copy of Anna Karenina.

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Vintage library card holders; Luna Sol Retro, $329.47

Make any space into an authentic reading room. Bonus 'old library smell' come free of charge.

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The reader's mug; Mugsby, $17.20

A clear and fair warning to anyone on the approach while you are mid-chapter.

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Moby Dick book ends; ModCloth, $41.99

Because even when they're not being read, your books should be having a whale of a time.

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Oversized bookcase; IKEA, $277

The IKEA Billy bookcase is the best option for loads of storage at a good price, and it's entirely hackable to fit any space. Check Pinterest for a cavalcade of ideas on how to make it work.

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Statement print; The Midnight Rabbit, $10

A pretty and subtle statement for your home reading nook.

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Reading lamp; West Elm, $249

Good lighting is essential to good reading. We like this industrial number for late-night, last-few-chapters binges.

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Library card cushions; Dirt As Studio, $43

Particularly comfy for long, horizontal, couch-reading sessions.

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